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UnitedHealth Group Inc. offers health insurance plans and operates Optum, a health‑services business that provides data, technology, and…
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UNH
UnitedHealth Group Inc
$401.29
Today
+$4.15+1.04%
vs previous close
Quote
- Open
- $393.48
- High
- $401.50
- Low
- $390.44
- Prev close
- $397.14
- Sector
- Healthcare
- Industry
- Health Care
- Size
- Mega-cap
- Market cap
- $356.5B
- Shares out
- 908.1M
- Country
- US
- IPO
- Oct 17, 1984
- Exchange
- NYSE
- Website
- unitedhealthgroup.com
- Next earnings
- 2026-10-09 · Before open · EPS est. 4.17
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$100 Invested In UnitedHealth Group 20 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today
In brief
A $100 stake in UnitedHealth Group 20 years ago would now be worth $763, reflecting a 10.72% annualized return that outpaces the market by 1.51%.
Bank of America Mourns VP Killed in 'Random and Unprovoked' Times Square Stabbing
In brief
A Bank of America VP was killed in a random Times Square stabbing, prompting a review of executive security but leaving the bank’s stock largely unchanged.
UnitedHealth Stock Edges Higher Wednesday: What's Happening?
In brief
UnitedHealth’s stock gains are driven by fresh institutional ownership, a strong earnings beat, and a raised 2026 outlook, positioning it favorably for both short‑term momentum and long‑term value.
$100 Invested In UnitedHealth Group 15 Years Ago Would Be Worth This Much Today
In brief
A $100 stake in UnitedHealth Group 15 years ago would now be worth $838.81, reflecting a 15.19% annualized return that outpaces the market by 2.18%.
Costco Is Getting Into Medicare — Here’s What Its New Health Insurance Plans Could Mean for Seniors
In brief
Costco is testing a new Medicare Advantage and supplement offering through SCAN Group, targeting 5 million seniors and potentially reshaping the Medicare market with its retail distribution strength.
Bernie Sanders Says 'Our Current Healthcare System Is Broken,' Demands Medicare for All as 64% Back Universal Coverage
In brief
Sanders’ call for Medicare‑for‑All, backed by 64 % public support, could intensify pressure on insurers and drug firms, reshaping the U.S. health‑care landscape.
Luigi Mangione Says ‘I Shot Mr. Thompson’ in Court as He Pleads Guilty Over UnitedHealthcare CEO’s Killing
In brief
UnitedHealth’s CEO was killed by a former employee who pleaded guilty; the company’s stock edged higher amid concerns over security and regulatory scrutiny.
Mark Cuban Wants Investors Out of Health Insurers. That’s Tough If You Own These ETFs
In brief
ETF investors may have skin in the game when it comes to health insurers, despite Mark Cuban's call to divest.
Luigi Mangione to Reportedly Plead Guilty in Federal Case Over UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson’s Killing: UNH Stock in Focus
In brief
A guilty plea from Luigi Mangione could impact the state prosecution under New York's double jeopardy protections.
UnitedHealth’s Crisis Deepens: Lawsuit Alleges Medicare Fraud, Algorithmic Care Denials and $237 Million Insider Sales
In brief
UnitedHealth Group's leadership is facing a derivative action lawsuit alleging Medicare fraud, algorithmic care denials, and $237 million in insider sales, which could have significant implications for the company's business practices and stock price.
Here’s How Much You Would Have Made Owning UnitedHealth Group Stock In The Last 20 Years
In brief
UnitedHealth Group's 20-year performance demonstrates the impact of compounded returns on long-term investing.
Mark Cuban Urges Investors to Pressure Health Insurers Over Healthcare Costs: ‘You Can Make a Difference’
In brief
Cuban’s activist pitch could spark shareholder pressure on major insurers to curb costs and divest vertical integrations, reshaping the industry’s profit model.
Elizabeth Warren Says UnitedHealth, CVS Have Too Much Control Over US Healthcare—Now She Wants to Break Up the Vertical Integration
In brief
Sen. Elizabeth Warren wants to break up the vertical integration in the US healthcare system, citing higher costs for patients and increased profits for large corporations.
Trump Administration Pulls the Plug on a Medicare Subsidy That Cut Drug Premiums— Oz Says the 'Bailout' Is Over as Seniors Brace for 2027 Hikes
In brief
The Medicare Part D Premium Stabilization Demonstration will end after the 2026 plan year, potentially leading to higher prescription drug premiums for some seniors in 2027.
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